Send us a text

What’s it like raising a Premier League footballer, and how do you stay grounded when your son’s playing in front of 60,000 fans?

In this episode of Premier Torque, the lads sit down with the brilliantly outspoken and down-to-earth Nick Ramsdale, father of England and Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale.

Nick shares stories from his own days as a professional athlete and hurdler, how sport shaped his family’s work ethic and what it took to help Aaron chase his dream.

From freezing nights at Bolton’s youth academy to standing in the stands during England’s national anthem, Nick reflects on the pride, pressure and perspective that come with being a football parent.

The group also dive into their shared love of cars, swapping stories about first motors, dream drive and how footballers choose their wheels today.

With a trademark mix of humour, honesty and heart, this one’s full of laughs and life lessons in equal measure.

👉 This episode is proudly sponsored by Sandbanks Clothing Company.

If you enjoyed the chat, make sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share Premier Torque with your fellow car and football enthusiasts.

Chapters

00:00 – Intro & Welcome

01:00 – Nick’s athletic beginnings and hurdling career

05:00 – Family life and raising three successful kids

07:00 – Aaron’s early football journey

10:00 – Goalkeeping school stories and first academy trials

13:00 – Life as a football parent

16:00 – Watching Aaron play for England

20:00 – The famous fez and football superstition

23:00 – Talking cars: first drives and favourite motors

27:00 – Aaron’s car choices and Premier Sports memories

31:00 – The realities of fame and staying grounded

34:00 – Public attention

36:00 – Final thoughts

Follow us on
@premiersportsuk on Instagram
@premiersports_uk on YouTube